Aircraft Maintenance Controller

STS Technical Services is seeking Aircraft Maintenance Controller for a direct hire opportunity with a U.S.-based commercial airline in Denver, Colorado. This full-time role offers relocation assistance and places you at the center of real-time aircraft maintenance decision making.

Position Overview

As a Maintenance Controller, you will oversee daily aircraft maintenance activities, provide real-time technical guidance, and coordinate across departments to ensure aircraft readiness, safety, and regulatory compliance. This role is critical to maintaining smooth and efficient flight operations.

Job Location and Details

• Location: Denver, Colorado
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
• Relocation Assistance: Available for eligible candidates

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and support aircraft maintenance activities in accordance with FAA regulations and company procedures
• Provide real-time troubleshooting and technical guidance to line maintenance teams
• Authorize MEL and CDL deferrals and determine appropriate repair actions
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, Materials, and the System Operations Center to manage out-of-service aircraft
• Route aircraft to support operational and maintenance requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation related to delays, cancellations, and mechanical discrepancies
• Log shift activity and ensure clear communication during shift handovers
• Maintain awareness of fleet-wide mechanical readiness at all times
• Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and accountability in every maintenance decision

Required Qualifications

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant License
• Minimum five years of line maintenance experience or a combination of line, heavy maintenance, and avionics troubleshooting experience
• Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations and maintenance control procedures
• Clear and effective communication and decision-making skills
• Completion of Maintenance Training Required Inspection Item course (Vol. D) required post-hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of line maintenance experience on Airbus A319 or A320 family aircraft
• Previous Maintenance Control or Maintenance Coordination Center experience
• FCC First Class Radio Telephone Certificate

Compensation and Benefits

• Union position with starting pay of $52.00 per hour
• Relocation assistance available for eligible hires
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first of the month following hire
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Airline travel benefits and industry discounts

Work Environment and Schedule

• Business casual work environment
• Must be available to work any shift
• Night shifts are common, typically running from approximately 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm specializing in placing skilled professionals into high-impact roles across aerospace, manufacturing, defense, and industrial sectors. We connect talent with direct hire and contract opportunities nationwide.

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